SITRANS FS230
A5E38755607-AA, 02/2017
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Service and maintenance
7.1
Note
The device is maintenance
The device is maintenance-free. However, a periodic inspection according to pertinent directives and regulations must be
carried out.
An inspection can include check of:
● Ambient conditions
● Seal integrity of the process connections, cable entries, and cover screws
● Reliability of power supply, lightning protection, and grounds
Repair and service must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only.
Note
Siemens defines flow sensors as non
Impermissible repair and maintenance of the device
Repair and maintenance must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only.
Impermissible repair of explosion protected devices
Risk of explosion in hazardous areas
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Repair must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only.
Risk of explosion in hazardous areas.
Device may overheat due to dust build up.
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Remove dust layers in excess of 5 mm.
Penetration of moisture into the device
Make sure when carrying out cleaning and maintenance work that no moisture penetrates the inside of the device.
Improper modification of parameters could influence process safety.
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Make sure that only authorized personnel may cancel the button locking of devices for safety-related applications.